The upcoming Vincent Van Gogh exhibition at the National Gallery in London has earned high praise from esteemed critics. With the likes of The Telegraph, The Guardian, The Times, and Time Out awarding the exhibition five-star ratings, it’s no surprise that the show is highly anticipated. The exhibition, entitled Poets and Lovers, opens on September 14th and features over 60 of Van Gogh’s artworks.
This significant presentation of art includes the iconic Sunflowers painting, which has not left the United States since 1935. This piece, along with two other Sunflower paintings and La Berceuse, has been presented as a triptych of works as Van Gogh intended before his passing. The Times states that this show is a “once-in-a-century” event, while The Guardian declared the exhibition a “riveting rollercoaster ride from Arles to the stars.”
In addition to the stunning presentation of Van Gogh’s works, Poets and Lovers marks the National Gallery’s first dedication to the artist. As Director Dr. Gabriele Finaldi points out, the museum is fortunate for the “astounding generosity” of the collectors who have lent their works to this unique exhibition.
With such commendations from esteemed critics, expectations are high for Poets and Lovers. It is described as a beautifully curated exhibit of a rule-breaking modernist, showing an artistic vision that continues to inspire and captivate many. Van Gogh’s emotion-filled paintings evidently go beyond simple representation to become emotive expressions that viewers can relate to and appreciate. The exhibition promises to be a celebration, an acknowledgment of the timeless quality of Vincent Van Gogh’s work
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